Cook, owner of Michelin stars, opened a bistro in Helsinki

Four restaurants Helsinki: Carma, Demo, Luomo and Postres - have one Michelin star, and the restaurant Chez Dominique - even two. But after a few days the number of "star" institutions of the Finnish capital decrease: a chef and restaurant owner Carma Marcus Arem (Markus Aremo) decided to close it. According to local press, the reason is the large, up to 40,000 euros damages received by the restaurant last year. And although the beginning of 2010, things went better - this was not enough. Sam Marcus Arem explains his decision to a desire for change and frustration of working in a restaurant such a high level. According to his observations, people began to come here, who are primarily interested in the prestige and status and only secondarily - the dishes. So now it opens up a completely different catering establishments: bistro, La Table, which will be fed equally tasty but simple meal. Carma restaurant on its last legs in the Finnish capital at: Ludviginkatu 3. As written by Helsingin Sanomat, the bistro will open in the same room after the time required to re-brand.

Tourist country - Switzerland

The Swiss have managed to add to the natural beauty of his country's man-made beauty and comfort. The natural beauty of Switzerland once captivated the Romans, and many citizens of the Roman Empire was built here holiday villas. Despite the country's history, abounding in past wars and conflicts, the Swiss managed a century of neutrality perfectly equip its territory. There are no abandoned places, even in the most difficult environmental conditions of high mountains must be laid and excellent road and are all necessary elements of infrastructure. Switzerland has become a tourist country in the XVIII century. European aristocrats, especially the British, found it a wonderful view of leisure and treatment of travel on the Swiss mountains and visits to local attractions. And the industrious Swiss tried to create for tourists all the necessary conditions. Not without reason in the book "General History of the treated Satyricon" (1909), members of the Russian humor magazine "Satyricon" written about Switzerland, accompanying a story about historical events and heroes of the constant refrain of "here now hotel. Indeed, the history of Switzerland remains extremely carefully, and indeed, in almost every little - or less interesting place sure to find a hotel. Most settlements in Switzerland, both large and tiny, linked to what - or historical events and interesting to visit. Therefore, the trip to Switzerland can continue almost indefinitely as long as enough interest and, of course, finances.

Alcohol in Lithuania on Sept. 1 will not be sold

September 1 - the only day of the year, when Lithuania is prohibited sale of alcohol in retail trade companies: shops, kiosks and petrol stations. Buy liquor can only be the restaurants and bars. Three years ago, Lithuania was trying to completely eliminate the sale of alcoholic beverages on the day of knowledge, but later restrictions were lifted, and drink in places catering is still possible, according to DELFI.lt. The large-scale battle with alcoholism in Lithuania is a long time. Last year, here joined by a ban on the sale of alcohol from 22.00 to 8.00. However, writes the local press, in fact, the ban applies only in shopping malls and gas stations and small shops turned into bars, selling alcohol at any time of day. In Latvia, the MPs also proposed to prohibit the sale of alcohol on September 1. But this initiative did not support President Valdis Zatlers, saying that the night restrictions on trade is quite enough. In Estonia, the specific prohibitions on September 1, is not provided, however, municipalities may establish their own. For example, in Tallinn since 2000, prohibited sale of alcoholic drinks after 19.00, and the prohibition extends even to the night clubs, licensed to trade in alcohol.

Caves Shkotsyanske - Yam

Postojna - Yama is, so to speak, to the pleasant cave, where you can easily enjoy the endless variety of fantastic extruded shapes. Located not far from this cave Shkotsyanske - Yama. in contrast, primarily affects the severity of the picture of the Underworld. Stalagmites and stalactites are less, although there are also curious shapes, such amazing beauty wandering terraces. Shkotsyanske - Yam open up a lover of nature other exciting pages of history of education of the caves. Thus the two cave systems successfully complement one another, but from the perspective of a geologist, cave Shkotsyanske - Yama, perhaps even more attractive Postojna - Yam. The most interesting thing is that here we can see how the cave river river suddenly disappears from the surface and groundwater flows on paths. "The River", as well as in the Russian language, common name, but poor water karst areas, river means so much that the word has a proper name. The river originates on Mount Sneznik (1026) of characteristic peak which is clearly visible on the horizon if the article back to the cave entrance. The cave river flowing through marl (flip) and is a common watercourse on the land surface, but then runs into a thick sequence of limestone karst and goes underground. Over the first cave gate at a height of 109 m above the underground river, stands the church. Pa bottom two huge flops small and large river valleys can again be seen far below, before it completely disappears in the biggest cave.

In Sochi, came a museum of vintage cars

In Sochi, opened a private museum, the exhibition is presented retroavtomobili. The oldest exhibit - "Ford T" in 1915. Its first owner, an American farmer, drove it to the market the flowers. A police Ford-A "was in Texas back in the days of the Great Depression. Among the exhibits - "BMW" the Nazi Reich and the Chrysler 50-ies. According to the owner of the museum Sergei Abramchuk, here are all milestones in engineering. "By making fifty paces, you can pass fifty years of technological progress," - he says. Each of the legendary decades in time will be illustrated more fully: will the museum exposition is filled up with "Cadillac", now under restoration. And yet there are other retroavtomobili at customs, said "Max Media Group. The museum is located in the resort village Dagomys, 12 kilometers from Sochi, the former tea factory. The entrance ticket costs 100 rubles.

Surfing at Venice Beach

In addition to skateboards on the beach, Venice always be in abundance to see and others-water. Surfers here involve the unique properties of the local waves. The area between the pier Venice, with its headquarters lifesavers, sung in the TV series Baywatch, and Satnam Monica pier is being protected from the north breakwater, making waves, depending on the tide or low tide and varied, and almost always powerful enough for skating. Rooms in hostels along the walking paths Venice beach, modest: $ 20 per bed and $ 50 per room, closet - just expensive for amateurs to ride the waves. Early in the morning, enjoying the beauty of deserted beach, surfers have breakfast at the beginning of reviving the promenade, near the bars blocking the road, where taxis are planted smeared prtivozagarnym cream tourists. And then rush past the old men, hearty, mourners deliberately indifferent, longing glances mermaids with plastic boards to the cold waves. And this figure of speech: the water is always, and therefore miss out on board surfers often very quickly jump to the shore. If surfers prefer to train in the morning, then another firm public is going to Venice beach just closer to noon. Noisy youths hanging out on the many basketball venues beach sung in the movie "White men can not jump" with Woody Harrelson and Wesley Snipes. A more serious bodybuilders slowly shrink to crowned at the entrance of concrete dumbbells "beach muscles" - a gymnastic hall in the open air, in which once build muscle for a future Hollywood career, Arnold Schwarzenegger.

Sources Timavo

Even in ancient times believed that River again reaches the surface in the form of powerful sources Timavo north - west of Trieste, 2 km from the coast of the Adriatic Sea, off Duipo. Experiments carried out with labeled eels, fluorescein, and more recently with tritium (a radioactive isotope of hydrogen), confirmed this assumption, but the details of the underground road has not yet been clarified. Only two natural "pit" deeper than 300 m from Divatsa and Trebtse allow approximately establish the position of the underground waterway. From the village of Duino Shkotsyansk to a straight line of 39 km falling river at this site is 327 meters water passes it up to 8 days, which corresponds to the average flow velocity 5 -6 cm per second.

Sic transit gloria mundi

Golden Age for Portugal was the Age of Discovery (the end of the beginning of XV-XVI century). Timidly at first, and then confidently and persistently the caravel of Portuguese sailors invaded the oceans, revealing the astonished Europeans unknown worlds. Geographers have not had time to update their maps, putting them at Madeira, the Azores, the coast of West Africa ... Bartolomeu Dias in 1486 rounded the African continent, reaching the Cape of Good Hope, in 1498 - m Vasco da Gama discovered the sea route to India, and two years later, Pedro Alvares Cabral dropped anchor off the coast of Brazil. Following the sailors on the new land appeared the soldiers and officials of the colonial administration in the sky fluttering flag of the Portuguese and the local population became subjects of the Crown. Convoys were brought to Lisbon the New World gold, precious spices and oriental silks and spices, black slaves from Africa. But the golden age did not last long: the metropolis is not the strength to control the distant colonies, many times its own territory. Yes, and competitors, the Spanish, British, Dutch, French, too, would like to participate in the division of the world. By the XVIII century, Portugal lost much of their possessions, and from them today were only two autonomous "Overseas Territories", Madeira and the Azores. Sic transit gloria mundi-so passes the glory of the earth. Traveling to Portugal, recalling the glorious pages of its history, visiting the numerous monuments to kings and naval (without them does not do either one, even the smallest town), see the tarnished luster of the former empire and understand the nostalgia of the Portuguese great past.

The capital of Chile - the safest city in Latin America

The authoritative Latin American magazine America Economia made a rating of cities in the region, evaluating them on several parameters. The first places were taken by Santiago, Sao Paulo and Mexico City. In particular, the capital of Chile recognized the city with the highest level of stability and security. In Brazil's Sao Paulo most cultural sites, the centers of fashion and entertainment world level. And Mexico was in the top three as the richest city in Latin America, following the Tokyo, New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, London and Paris. In the top ten also included Rio de Janeiro, Buenos Aires, Panama, Bogota, San Jose Lima and Montevideo, the RIA Novosti news agency. Cities were evaluated on the following criteria: political stability, security, the dynamics of economic and social development, investment attraction, quality of life, the number of international airlines, the quality of hotels and restaurants, the hospitality of the townspeople. Monthly Spanish-and Portuguese-speaking America Economia magazine published since 1986. During this time he became a leading information and analytical body of economic life in Latin America. Since 1993, the magazine conducts research and publishes ratings on the most pressing economic issues in the region.

Silence and chirping canaries

"Lisbon has retained the original light and languor of freshness: in spite of asphalt factories, gas lamps, cobbled quays, on the roofs still kissing doves, and the air flowing through the cracks of stone buildings, like the life blood of melancholy, so in the XIX century, described the Lisbon classic of Portuguese literature, Jose Maria de Esa Keyrosh. The city has not lost its charm, and to this day. To experience it fully, you need to get out and walk through the narrow streets of old neighborhoods. Houses are so close that the villagers came out onto the balcony, could shake the hand of a neighbor across the street. Lisbon is unpredictable: you walk along a busy highway, around the din and bustle, but it's worth a roll in - a lane, instantly there is a silence, broken only by chirping of canaries (cells with these birds-permanent attribute of the historic center of Lisbon). But still the voice of Lisbon is not a canary, a fado, penetrating and sincere Portuguese urban romance. When the capital deepening twilight, townspeople and tourists gather in the fado houses, "small and cozy restaurants. Initially, all as always: bustling waiters, the visitors drink and a snack. But here the lights go out, talk silent. By candle light in the hall of the musicians appearing with unusual 12 - string guitars and Fado singer-fadishta. Action begins. Strong voice of the singer in a frame guitar chords fills the hall. It is melancholy and sad, the sharp and passionate, something sweet and touching.

Aeroflot sells cheap tickets from St. Petersburg in Russian cities

Airline Aeroflot has introduced low fares for flights between St. Petersburg and a dozen Russian cities with a transfer in Moscow. The cost of tickets, in particular, is: of Sochi, Perm and Kaliningrad - 2,199 rubles to one side and 4355 rubles back and forth, Ufa, Tyumen and Surgut - 3199 and 6355, Krasnoyarsk, Nizhnevartovsk Moscow - 4199 and 8355, Novosibirsk - 4799 and 9355 rubles Tickets are sold until 31 October, flying on them may be from 31 October to 17 December. Minimum stay at destination - until next Sunday, the maximum - one a month. Refund is allowed with a fine of 900 rubles (in the last 24 hours before departure surcharge of 25% tariff).

Manneken Pis dressed in the costume of the legendary baker

Friday, 8 October from 9.00 to 16.00, and Sunday, Oct. 10, from 9.00 to 18.00 a symbol of Brussels, Manneken Pis "," dressed in costume, a baker from Eklo (Eeklo), which is bonded Belgian legend. "Manneken Pis" to remind the citizens and tourists a legend was born in a small town in eastern Eklo Flanders, about a baker, who cut off his head and bake them in your oven. It is a legend that arose in the early XVI century. It tells that disgruntled with his head could apply to a baker who baked the head again, thereby changing the nature of order. At baking time for a head to the body fit Cachan cabbage, and then freshly attached head - and you can start a new life. Manneken Pis is one of Brussels' business cards. According to tradition, in honor of the significant events of his dress in themed costumes. Citizens called the sculpture as Babe Julien. Manneken Pis is located at the intersection of l% 27Etuve and Chene, near the Place de Grand-Place, the site says the capital of Belgium.

Fantasy in stone

Another historic quarter of Lisbon, Baixa - the exact opposite of the patriarchal Alfama. Wide straight streets stretched out in rows on the central square Rosiu called "the heart of Lisbon, to the Market Square near the waterfront Tagus. This order is a tragic reason: Baixo rebuilt after the horrific earthquake in 1755, when the city was virtually destroyed. The disaster has claimed tens of thousands, and survivors have lost everything. Nonetheless, Lisbon was rebuilt fairly quickly thanks to the energy and administrative genius of the then Portuguese prime minister - the minister, the Marquis of Pombal, Jose Sebastian. Restoration was carried out strictly according to plan, it is geometrically adjusted through the quarter, which to this day remains a respectable shopping center in Lisbon. Merit Pombal had not been forgotten: the Marquis received a monument in the square named in his honor. Lisbon is situated in the hills. Some say that their seven others - that fourteen. The second version seems more plausible, since a walk around the city like a hike on mountain trails: an endless series of ups and downs. If you're tired of stepping on the pavement Lisbon bridge - take the tram number 28, it will take you through the historic center. By the way, these pretty, brightly painted retrotramvaychiki - on their own attraction, and ride on them is a pleasure. Facades of old houses and churches in Lisbon (and other Portuguese cities) are decorated with beautiful azulezhush - ceramic tiles with images on a variety of topics: from domestic scenes to Biblical stories.

At the tip of the nose of Europe

On a map of the peninsula, occupied by Italy, is similar to Sapozhok, and the Iberian peninsula with Portugal and Spain, its outline resembles a noble profile. Perhaps this is the face of Europe? If so, then Lisbon Riviera resorts of Cascais and Ash - Toril akkurat located at the tip of the European "nose", just west of Lisbon. And the west lies the pearl of Portugal, Sintra. Once she was elected as his residence the Portuguese kings. The great poet - a romantic, George Byron, admiring the beauty of this area, compared with the Sintra's paradise, and now the city declared a UNESCO heritage of mankind. On a high hill above Sintra flaunts its main attraction-locking foam. He looks like a medieval Moorish palace of the Emir, but in fact it was built in the XIX century. Psevdomavritanskim style and an abundance of architectural decoration of the facade royal residence, must fancy their host-crowned Bavarian Prince Ferdinand von Saxe - Coburg - Gotha. Construction and equipping of foam lasted nearly half a century, from 1840 to 1885, but the royal dynasty long enjoyed this piece of paradise: in 1910 the last Portuguese Queen Amelia left the country. Today the castle is full of tourists, which hardly contain not - Royal modest halls and rooms of the August pair. But all have enough space on the spacious terraces of the castle, offering spectacular views of the city, the surrounding valley and the ocean. From Sintra, close to Cape Roca, the westernmost point of Europe. A huge rock promontory overlooking the ocean, waves crashing on his foot.

Over the weekend, it is better not to go to Sheremetyevo through "Glider"

Over the weekend, 23-24 October due to renovation works will not work the metro station "Glider". It is more difficult road to the airport Sheremetyevo some passengers who are accustomed to use the station for transfer to bus 817 or 948 a minibus to the airport. Travel time for them to lengthen a few passengers who wish to take advantage of such a route would have to make just two more transplants. In normal mode, subway trains will go only to Tushinskaya where you want to change seats on a shuttle train to the "Shodnenskaya. On the final will have to do another transplant - a free shuttle bus "M" to "planar". Board the bus - at the northern lobby "Shodnenskaya" (exit to the street Panfilov Heroes). From Monday October 25 metro trains will resume as normal.

Wadi Rum - the Red Desert

Vast sandy plain with cliffs of red sandstone unusual shape. Created by erosion of unusual rock shapes, arches, bridges, towers, picturesque canyons, here and there are small dunes and small oases. All this, Wadi Rum, one of the most beautiful in the world. Cliffs shimmer with rainbow colors, but the best look at the time of sunrise and sunset. Wadi Rum is a good place for those who appreciate the wild, untouched by human nature. However, here we do not meet typical sandy desert dunes, through which the camel caravans. Landscape of Wadi Rum more severe, similar to the American desert landscape in Colorado or Utah. The desert is vast and wide, several kilometers of dry valley (wadi). In the immediate vicinity of the towers located in an array of Ash - Sha - ra highest mountain of Jabal Jordan - Ram height of 1,734 m. Until recently, the tourists do not often come here. Located far south of Amman, inaccessible wilderness visited only the most persistent travelers. Today, most guides include photographs and descriptions of Wadi Rum is enough to tourists wanted to experience the thrill. Wadi Rum seems deserted, devoid of life occurs only at first glance. In the spring blooms are a lot of wildflowers are also found dozens of species of birds (vultures, crows, southern eagles) and mammals (wolf, fox, Afghanistan, Arabian Cat, Nubian ibex and others). In the past few years, the Government of Jordan will organize in these areas, the revival of oryx population.

Multi-colored sands

Introduction to the desert is a moving experience. On it is take a few days. There are three possible inspection of the Desert: by car, by camel or on foot. The preferred method of travel can be chosen on the spot, the Ram. Here you can make the necessary purchases. If you decide to go for a walk in the desert, will adequately prepare, and it is best to hire a guide. These lands are not very friendly, tourist many dangers lurking in addition, it is easy to get lost, because the desert is a real mountain labyrinth. Not very demanding or unprepared tourists interested in objects that are located in the vicinity of Ram. For example, located 2 km to the south - west of the settlement of the source of Lawrence with only around a tree and carved on the rocks nearby Nabatean inscriptions, or the ruins of the Nabatean temple I century BC. er. consisting of a yard square with its surrounding on three sides by rooms. More durable is waiting for the study of narrow gorges: Jabal - Hazan and Al - Barr-sik, a few kilometers in length and several meters in width. In the gorge Hazal can see several tamudskih inscriptions. Five-kilometer canyon Al - Barr recalls Grand Californian - Canyon in miniature. Alpine steeples and hanging stone bridges: Jabal - Vadak, Jabal - Umm - Frus and highest Jabal - Burda, are of interest to many climbers. Besides, here you can see the intricate red dunes (in the vicinity of Jabal - Umm - Ulaydiyya), as well as "dripping" sources Cattaro ... In the desert of Wadi Rum, one will find that - something interesting, but all equally delight paint the desert, various shades of gold and red.

Museum of Modern Art reopened in Lille

After four years of reconstruction in Lille opened the Museum of Modern Art, which not only updated exhibition space, but also change its name: the Museum of Contemporary, the newest and spontaneous art (LaM Lille Metropole Musee d% 27art moderne, d% 27art contemporain et d% 27art brut). As a result, reconstruction of the exhibition area was enlarged and modernized. To date gallery in Lille is only in France and Northern Europe, the museum, representing all the major movements in art XX-XXI centuries. Two buildings, impressive for its architecture, surrounded by a sculpture park, where you can see works by Alexander Calder, Pablo Picasso and other masters. In total, the museum contains more than 4500 works by artists such as Georges Braque, Andre Derain, Henri Laurens, Fernand Leger, Amedeo Modigliani, Pablo Picasso, Georges Rouault. On the occasion of the opening of the museum can be visited free of charge from Tuesday to Friday from 16.00 to 18.00. Offer is valid until January 30 and does not apply to group visits. The Museum is located at: Villeneuve d% 27Ascq, wrote TourMaG.com.

British agents in the desert

Many places in the desert of Wadi Rum is associated with Thomas Edward Lawrence (1888 - 1935), scholar, writer, and an officer, who before World War I led archaeological excavations in the Middle East. Better known as Lawrence of Arabia, the agent of British intelligence is largely involved in the Great Arab Revolt (1916 - 1918). He led numerous operations, including attacks on the trains. Wadi Rum, also known as Moon Valley, was one of those places where Edward Lawrence and Prince Faisal had their own base. Their history is described in Lawrence published in 1926 and translated into many languages, the book "Seven Pillars of Wisdom", was filmed 36 years later by David Lin in the film "Lawrence of Arabia."

One of the biggest statue of Christ installed in Poland

In the Polish city of Swiebodzin (Swiebodzin), located 32 kilometers north of Zielona Gora, finished the installation of one of the world's highest sculpture of Christ. Height of the monument is nearly 50 meters, 16 meters - the artificial mound on which stands a monument. The height of the statue itself reaches 33 meters. Thus, the Polish monument was a few feet less famous statue in Rio de Janeiro, whose height is 38 meters. Erection of a monument in Swiebodzin began in 2005. Initially, its opening was scheduled for October 16, 2007 - 28-th anniversary of the election of Karol Wojtyla the Pope, and the project was developed in 2000 and has since undergone several changes, according to PAP.

Caribbean Islands

American dreams

In this combination of splendor and misery, the deep hopelessness and fabulous opportunity and the beach lies the charm of Venice. Guitarist-Sikh on roller skates and wearing a turban, clowns on stilts, belly dance performer and artist, every morning clinging distinct beach sand of the same dragon - here you can find any kind of street art to which the Dollar price of the red, fed rare audience . But it is worth a little away from the pier and the eyes appear a little gem of this art - the dizzying beach house architect dekonstruktsivista Frank Gehry, built based on the tower beach spasateley.Vecherom when the boardwalk shakes and floats in hot coffee dusk, you buy a coconut and sip milk from the hole, look at the gypsy camp tripled to bed, fenced off from the world venami decrepit and faded carpets. In refuse assumptions have not sheared doctor write a prescription and then sell an ounce of medical marijuana, smile poster strapping lad, "Adopt me" and suddenly realize that all these people around already fathered Venice beach, becoming their homeland and a refuge, they realize the dream .

On Monday, nearly all Polish stores will be closed

In celebration of All Saints Day on Monday, November 1, Poland will be closed all stores and shopping malls. November 1 is one of 12 festivals in Poland, during which state employees receive a trade off. This day will be closed on all supermarket chains and department stores such as Blue City, Reduta, Promenada in Warsaw. Warsaw convenience stores Tesco (St. Gorczewska 212/226, str. Stalowa 60/64, str. Po1czynska 121/125 and alley KEN 14) will close on Sunday at 24.00 and start work on Tuesday at 6.00. Stores Real change work schedule on Saturday: the day they will be open until 23.00, Sunday - 22.00. November 1 can be opened only by private shops, where the counter will stand owners themselves, as well as shops at petrol stations. In addition, on Monday may work stores Zabka, wrote Zycie Warszawy.

Beaches to choose from

Since the plantation Savona, we can also go to the east, towards the windy, cliff washed by the waves of Playa Grande. Next door to him is a small (435 ha) reserve Sheth Boca designed to protect habitats of sea turtles. According to those who prefer the contact with nature beach pleasures, this is the most beautiful place on the island. In the region of Boka Tabla steep cliffs down to the sea, huge waves crashing rush into the bay, in a partly flooded cave and carved stone corridors. On steps carved into the rock you can reach the exit of the cave to the very edge of the cliff, and was surprised and delighted to admire the elements. Do not forget the beaches, because they are attracted to Curacao majority of tourists coming here every year. The beaches are diverse, all sand, some shaded by palm trees, others are surrounded by cliffs, others have settled comfortably into bays among the exotic plants. Of the 38 beaches, one can choose the suitable one. The most beautiful are in the western and southwestern coasts. The most popular Nip Bay Beach - The picturesque entourage and dazzling blue water. Over the weekend, music and dance make the beaches in large open-air disco. Equally popular, and is located on the southern coast Aquarium Beach. This well-equipped beach adjacent to the marine aquariums, and, moreover, it can get to the underwater park. The underwater tour. Aquarium - Attractions in itself. Few are in the world of places where you can watch sea lions and sharks in the waters of the lagoon, and for eels and tropical fish - in special ponds.

Lisbon authorities intend to charge tourists two taxes

Mayor of Lisbon, proposed a two taxes for tourists coming to the capital of Portugal. Travelers will have to pay extra for entrance into the city and for staying in it. The first tax of 1 euro is supposed to charge tourists to enter the city, regardless of the mode of transport which they come. Second tax guests have to pay for hotels for each night stay in addition to the cost of accommodation. The amount of tax when staying at the hotel will be 1.9 euros, in a hostel - 20 cents. Thus, the mayor intends to raise additional funds that will aim to develop the tourism industry Greater Lisbon. Based on data from tourism statistics for 2009, thanks to tax authorities hope to attract to the state an additional 13 million euro, informs RIA Novosti news agency.

Czech castle invites you to tour by candlelight

Old Czech castle Louchen invites visitors on a tour of his old rooms by candlelight, accompanied by his valet. Participants of the tour will not only see the castle in an unusual light, but also join a seance, who was in his cabin East Princess Maria Thurn-Taxis, meet with spirits who live in the castle. The next tour will be held October 30 at 19.30 and 20.30, wrote ILOVECZ.RU. Louchen - one of the most beautiful Czech castles, family seat of the princely kind von Taxis, located 60 km north-east of Prague. For tourists it was opened in 2007 after an extensive renovation. Here, guests can visit the only European complex of 10 mazes and excursions in several languages, including Russian.

Regional Park of Mont Avik

Prachuap kheer Khan

Less well known, but certainly worthy Resort Prachuap kheer Khan. On the territory of very well developed infrastructure, and on the coast are many beautiful places and beaches. South of the administrative capital of Ao Manao is a picturesque bay with many small islands and attractions, bordered by a magnificent beach with white sand. On the coast in areas Thapa Sakae and Bang Saphala - beautiful beaches, some of which are still unknown to tourists. The best beaches are Vanakon and Laem Kum near Thapa Sakae, and Sai Kaeo, Ban Krut, Khirivong and Bang Nong Mongkhon. Getting Comfortable buses to kheer Khan sent from the southern bus terminal in Bangkok, the journey takes 4-5 hours. You can also use rail and bus links from the capital and Hua Hin.

Etihad Airways offers free visa to the UAE for a ticket bought in October

Airline Etihad Airways carries out the action on free visas to the United Arab Emirates. Offer is valid for passengers who have purchased from September 29 through October 30 tickets at Abu Dhabi (including the subsequent shuttle bus to Dubai or Al Ain). The flight should be made until December 31 after your ticket the passenger should visit www.ttsuaevisas.com and request a free visa. According to this proposal can only be a 14-day visa. It should be borne in mind that the design usually takes 5-7 business days and an application is submitted in advance.

Aruba - Oranjestad. Happy Island.

In the direction of Saint Nicholas

After a rest, we go further, as we expect Arikok Park, occupying 18% of the island. Biking and walking paths, as well as a specially padded routes will help us to see a typical Aruban magnificent species of flora (divi-divi trees and kvihi, cactuses, aloes), and if lucky, and fauna. Here live the endemic species of snakes, lizards and birds. During the trip, we also see rock formations, caves and grottoes with Indian rock paintings of pre-Columbian times. Interesting and original as natural sanctuaries that have become a haven for many species of animals. One of them is Bubba, the habitat of birds in the two interconnected basins. Here, representatives of more than 80 species, including egrets, cormorants, gulls, skimmer, terns and many others. Since 1997, under protection are taken as donkeys, who once were in Aruba, the main labor force and the vehicle. The last point on our route - St. Nicholas, the second largest city of Aruba. There are no monuments, the city emerged in the 20-ies of XX century in the wake of the oil industry. Here tied up not only workers, but the sailors from the nearby port, as well as scam artists of all stripes. Today, the restless spirit has left the city and the main street of the once picturesque settlement has become a promenade along which lined gift shops and restaurants. On the old times like a "Charlie Bar", whose interior is decorated with souvenirs and trinkets.

Nobu restaurant in Budapest hosts

The new restaurant, an international network of Nobu, one of which is owned by actor Robert De Niro, has opened in Budapest luxury hotel Kempinski Hotel Corvinus, becoming the first institution that is running the famous chef Nobu Matsuhisa in Central Europe. Restaurant for 80 seats, has the main and VIP-hall, as well as a sushi bar. The lounge bar can accommodate 56 guests, they offer special menus and a wide selection of cocktails. The menu contains Specialties network Nobu - sashimi of yellowtail with jalapeno, sashimi salad with tuna and dressing "Matsuhisa" and the famous black cod with miso, says VIP-tourism.ru. Restaurant brand Nobu - a joint project with Robert De Niro, Nobu Matsuhisa and Richie Notar manager. Nobu restaurants are in New York, London, Hong Kong - more than 20 institutions around the world, some of whom are holders of stars Michelin. Feature of the network is considered to be the original mix of traditional Japanese dishes and South American recipes. In spring 2009 opening ceremony of the restaurant Nobu was held in Moscow. It is noteworthy that the chef has a restaurant in Budapest Lloyd Roberts, who previously worked in Moscow Nobu.

Curacao - along the coast. Treasures of Nature.

Charles Bridge - for the romantics

Prague authorities decided to do more romantic than one of the most famous sights - the Charles Bridge. For this purpose, electric lamps on the bridge decided to replace the gas lamps. How to explain the project proponents, the light that give the gas-lamps with high color gamut, and excites the imagination of tourists looking for romance. Recall that recently completed the next stage of reconstruction of the bridge, with the emergence of lateral light sculptures. It will be included in a certain time period and, thus, will not compete with the light panorama Hradcany and embankments, writes ILOVECZ.RU.

Surfer

October for me was the month of surprises. And unexpected coolest Wolfmother concert in Deus, and surprise visits old friends in large numbers, travel to other islands and - unexpected calm in all this. In early October in Bali was the World Cup on Surfing Oakley Pro Junior. Young talents get up in the water so that even the tourists sunbathing on the beach, rolled up his neck. I am particularly waiting for this event: comment on the competition promised to visit a friend of mine, a very outstanding surfer and manager of the notorious Jordy Smith. We had previously planned to definitely go together. And once we all - have managed to do it. That day came in Sanur very good waves - seeing them, the guys whistling with happiness, and I felt like - it does not on its own. The wave of powerful, fast, sometimes wrapped in a pipe, and yes even right, that is, I have to ride in the backside, that while I did it not so confident. We quickly found a boatman who took us on line - up. And then began the real show - I seem to hit the surf - a video about tough guys. My attempts to take the same wave ended with a beautiful vaypautami. My friend gave me some advice, and finally the day I still - still took her a wave, and I can say that it was the best right-hand wave in my life! And after a beautiful sunset and cheerful dinner, and I think the whole evening sitting stunned again and again passing in his mind that wave. In general, my progress in surfing is gaining momentum - I even brought his formula for success ©.

Brazil today

Almiro Barbassa welcomes guests on a 24-floor skyscraper in Rio de Janeiro with quiet civility man realizes his power. "In our eyes is born a new world order," he says confidently. According Barbassy, ??that Brazil will be the first of the new superpower of the twenty-first century. Almiro Barbassa finansovty director of the Brazilian state oil company Petrolea Brazil. " More recently, Petrobras was a typical sluggish state-owned enterprise third-world countries. Everything changed in 2007 when okeanckom offshore Brazil oil field was discovered, whose volume is estimated at 60 billion barrels. This is the biggest oilfield in the world, proven in the past 20 years. Today, Brazil is fully covered by its oil needs through domestic production. The oil industry will pull an entire industry of Brazil, predicts Barbassa controlling the finances of the company with an annual turnover of 92 billion dollars. N4y already own build oil tankers and platforms, and even ten years ago to buy them abroad to 30 pieces a year, laying out for every billion dollars! Even today, Brazil is among the ten most powerful economies in the world. After five years, according to World Bank forecasts, the country will rise in the top five. In 2014, Brazil will host the World Cup, the 2016 Olympic Games, and its international prestige is growing before our eyes. President Lula da Silva, departing from his post, saying the country's success with tears of joy: We leave behind our second-class past to become a nation of first class).

The African pavilion opens at the oldest zoo in Hungary

In the zoo, the Hungarian city of Veszprem (Veszprem), located 110 kilometers southwest of Budapest, the opening of the African Pavilion , which is now settled young giraffes. "Veszprem Zoo is the second oldest zoo in Hungary, but the giraffes so far among its inhabitants was not" - said Laszlo Torok during the opening ceremony of the African pavilion. pavilion area of ??750 square meters was built in accordance with the highest European standards. It is connected with the territory savanna area of ??1 hectare, which includes rhinoceroses, zebras and wildebeest. Construction of the African pavilion was the fourth phase of the development of the zoo, a two-year and includes the creation of an enclosure for the chimps, opening an educational center and construction " children's jungle. "final phase of the project is the construction of the pavilion dedicated to the Bakony mountains in Central Transdanubia, Hungary, and the establishment of the cognitive pedestrian route. Completion of works is scheduled for spring of next year, writes Caboodle.hu.

A resident of Ubud

People often ask me why do I need to go to Ubud, where all it takes travelers from Russia, there are a huge number and great quality on the southern coast - the Indian Ocean, the best beaches of various colors, from vivid - black and white luxury, excellent restaurants, bars and much - much, much more ... But here's what I say: if you want to experience, not just "see" the lush tropical nature, take a walk on the emerald rice fields and fed throughout this life-giving force - that is behind all this, and you need to go to Ubud. Although they did require a reservation: to ensure that your mission was a success for all of this better go to the places recommended and audited. My favorite among the cafe with a beautiful view (and an excellent internet connection, which is important) is uniquely Little K, that the "backyard» Yoga Barn. This place specializes in superzdorovoy, live (raw = raw) foods, which is ideal for everyone who wants to use his trip to the heart of the island in cleaning for the body to. Here you can indulge yourself with fresh fruit and vegetable cocktails, salads and even desserts without any harm to the body and figure. All these pleasures can be linked with Ayurvedic treatments, yoga and meditation sessions. For those who crave luxury and would spend all day at the spa - treatments and cleansing ceremony at one with nature, I would highly recommend the newly opened and completely fantastic spa - resort Fivelements in the jungle off the coast of the holy river Aung.

The first National Park Gran Paradiso in Italy

Come to the Park - saying this, we can keep in mind not only the trip to the National Park Gran Paradiso, but the whole valley, because 2 / 3 of its territory is occupied by parks and reserves. The first National Park in Italy Gran Paradiso was founded in 1922, after a representative of the House of Savoy King Victor Emmanuel III gave the state the area of ??2100 hectares, which was his hunting grounds. It was delivered to the condition that this place will be a national park. Gran Paradiso is 3 / 5, Aosta Valley area, including Valley Konn, Valsavaransh and Remus. Employees of the park in conjunction with the service of forest preserve the park and its rare species of flora and fauna. The main character is protected by a mountain goat - the symbol of the park. One of the most beautiful places - the mountain plateau between the Colle del Nivolet Valsavaransh and Valle del Orco in Piedmont. National Park of Gran Paradiso. In the park, near the town of Konn laid about 70 km to the skiing cross-country skiers. Ski area begins just outside the city, the hotel Bellevue. The park has repeatedly held international competitions in cross country skiing Marcia Gran Paradiso. Not far from the Hotel Bellevue is also a lift station, which allows you to go here and skiing, which is arranged for 9 km runs, one of them - "Black", a length of 2 km. In the Valley of more than 1000 restaurants, trattorias, pizzerias, bars and eateries. Of these, about 100 - in the capital. Depending on the design they are classified into three main categories: classico, elegante and rustico.

Moscow Planetarium promise to open in December

According to the decree of the Government of Moscow, the Moscow authorities will invest 1.415 billion rubles in reconstruction of the planetarium, which is scheduled for completion in December this year. Moscow Planetarium was closed for refurbishment in 1994 in connection with the emergency condition of the building. However, work on his recovery began only in 2002 and suspended several times due to lack of funding and conflicts among shareholders. In 2009, city officials announced the need to change the redevelopment project of the building, because it involves a series of "completely unnecessary and ugly elements." Upon completion of the reconstruction area of ??the building will increase by six times and will be 17 thousand square meters. At the same time it will take about a thousand visitors. The complex will include a lecture hall, museum, library, observation platform on the roof, souvenir shops, attractions and restaurants, but in the main hall will house Europe's largest dome

Collectible tickets offers Polish castle

One of the main attractions of Poland - Crusader castle Malbork released a limited series of special input tickets. They are a series of pictures "Parozamkom - a fascinating journey, which was founded by the artist Mariusz Stavarskim. In November, visitors can buy tickets with pictures Series Castle on vacation" - it becomes part of a three-year project, designed in 2010-2013. In this period in March and November Malbork Castle will be offering limited edition art series tickets, which can simultaneously become souvenirs - to decorate the wall of a room or complement a collection of postcards. The latter series will be released in March 2013. Tickets for the series "Parozamkom - a fascinating journey, you can be purchased at the box office or online store lock throughout November and until the end of 2010. Their value does not differ from ordinary tickets and 35 zloty (about 9 euros), the site says Gdansk. Tourists should note that technical reasons, online ticket sales suspended until November 26.

Samaria Gorge - camoe longest in Europe

Samaria Gorge - an unusual natural phenomenon, not only within Cyprus: it is the longest gorge in Europe. It is located in the western part of the island in the White Mountains (Lefka Ori). Its length -16 km and its width varies from 3 to 300 m, height is reached in the most spectacular places 600 m. To see this extraordinary natural phenomenon, we must prepare for the 6 - hour shift. Species that appeared to our view, is more than offset the effort. National Park, established around the valley in 1962, occupies 4,800 acres. On its territory live endangered species of wild goats, which the Cretans called Cree - Cree. Residents of the island care about preservation of the species under natural conditions, because similar animals have been portrayed by another Minoan vases. Eagles soar above the canyon and hawks, sometimes found partridges, and in the hollows of trees hiding Owls - Barn Owl. In the park grow numerous plants, including endemics. Here is a sprawling oaks, cedars, maples, sycamores, pines and cypress trees are so old that the girth of their trunks up to 7 pm Many of the local herbs have medicinal properties. Most here thyme and Cretan yasentsa, healing severe wounds. Not surprisingly, the beauty of these places have written more ancient historians (for example, Pliny the Elder). Old timers say that spirits live in the valley, so you should stay away from him. For dozens of years of dealing with them, they developed a kind of antidote to the evil forces, have a knife or a cross to draw a circle around himself.

The highest observation deck opened on La Palma

On the island of La Palma Canary Islands to visitors recently opened a new observation deck. To date, it is the tallest on the island. The site is located in the National Park Caldera de Taburiente (Caldera de Taburiente) atop the highest mountain of the island - Roque de los muchachos (Roque de los Muchachos) at an altitude of 2400 meters. It offers a magnificent view of the entire National Park. A new viewing platform is part of the tour route Espigon del Roque de los muchachos (Espigon del Roque de los Muchachos) and is expected to soon become the most visited on the island, wrote IC7.ru.

Spa importance Baikal

The water temperature of many hot springs above 50, 60 and 70 °. So Garginsky source has a temperature of 75 °, Bolsherechensky (southern shore of Lake Baikal) 74,5 °, Allinsky (on the river. Barguzinskaya Alla in the valley) 72 °, Kotelnikovsky (the northern coast of Lake Baikal) 62 °, Goryachinsk (south-eastern coast of Lake Baikal) 54,5 °, Ilyinsky (downstream p. Selenga) 54 °. Medicinal sources are used here primarily for the treatment of rheumatism, arthritis, gynecological disorders, skin diseases and some diseases of the nervous system. Tunkinskaya hollow-known spring water has Arshan Kislovodsk type of mineral water and is used to treat gastric disorders. Arshansky water even surpasses Kislovodsk seltzer on the content of carbon dioxide and other components. Of the many valuable medicinal springs area used until a few. The mineral source creates two resorts union values ??(Arshan-Tunkinsky and Goryachinsk). Some sources are organized resorts local (Garginsky, Ilyinsky Allinsky, Nilova Deserts, Khakusy, etc.). On the shore of Lake Baikal near the village. Listvyanka a recreational center "Baikal". District of Lake Baikal - one of the most promising resort over the country. Picturesque lake-alpine landscape of Lake Baikal and its shores, open "sea space, vast spaces of forests, clean and clear water lakes, quaint rocky shore with its beautiful bays and beaches and other beautiful place, a kind of wildlife, mountain air - all this attracts the travelers. outstanding geologist and explorer of Lake Baikal Chersky called him alpine lake.

Ubud. The picturesque center of the island

To the north-west of Dzhanyara is Ubud, a city well worth a visit because of its picturesque location and the artistic talents of the residents. It is important to remember that this is the only center on the island are struggling to maintain the local nature and culture. Sightseeing We start with the market Pasar Ubud, which lies at the crossroads Yalan Yalan Raya Ubud and Vanara Wan. Area in the morning filled to the brim with people who empties about two hours of the day. Across the street stands the palace of Puri Saren Agung, who served as the seat of government since the end of XIX century until the Second World War. Like the palace in Dzhanyare, it was rebuilt after the earthquake in 1917 and is now in it every night are representations of traditional dances. Artistic capital of Bali is famous for numerous galleries and museums, which brings together fine examples of local art. At Yalan Raya worth a visit Lempad House, where we see the denominator of nitogo Balinese artist, sculptor and architect Gusti Nomana Lempada (about 1862 - 1978). On the next Yalan Shrivedari we will see women's art gallery Senivati. The most interesting Museum Ubud - located west of the market Puri Lukisan. Surrounded by beautiful gardens, building houses a collection of traditional and contemporary works. Most sumptuous gallery on the island - Neka Art Museum, 2 km west of Ubud. Walking around Ubud - fun, where you can not deny himself. Two kilometers road Vanara Yalan Wang leads to the Monkey Forest.

In Cairo, drawn street map with the pristavuchimi men

Egyptian organizations defending the rights of women, offering up a special website that will host the electronic map of Cairo with marked on it "dangerous" streets. Under threat in this case means a high probability of harassment of young people to walk without men girls. According to a recent public opinion polls, 83% of Egyptian women and 98% of foreign women living in Cairo, at least once were victims of street harassment. With 62% of young men do not hide that regularly harass the girls alone in the streets, reports RIA Novosti. Not less hassle to tourists. According to human rights defenders, the danger of being subjected to sexual harassment on the street, forcing many women to abandon all walks of Cairo. But this - "a violation of their rights, than to fight the toughest measures," - they say. The new site, which will be called "Map of harassment, appear in the coming months. Any woman, to which pestered on city streets, or who has witnessed such harassment will be able to immediately notify the moderators of the portal. They mark the place of the offense on the map and will recommend the lonely ladies to avoid this street in the preparation of a pedestrian route. It is assumed that the works on the new site will be involved in leading lawyers and psychologists, and information about molesting will be immediately transferred to the Cairo police.

Muko Lanta National Park

Koh Lanta has a less developed tourist infrastructure, rather than Phi Phi. Total National Park Muko Lanta includes 52 islands, mostly uninhabited and have a small area. With regard to the landscape and flora, then remembered the island of white, sandy beaches, many beautiful coral reefs, mangrove forests and thickets of the hills. In 1990, under the auspices of the Wildlife 15 out of 52 islands were merged into Marine National Park. Among the protected state is the most picturesque islands of Ko Rock Nock, where beautifully combines tropical greenery, coastal cliffs and beautiful beaches. For travelers looking for a little longer to rest in the area, perfectly fits the island of Ko Lanta Yai. The island has the necessary infrastructure for visitors with any income. How to get a regular ferry service operates from the pier Chao Fa Krabi province. Travel to the islands of Ban Sala Dan, Ko Lanta Yai is 1 hour. Ferries also depart from Ban Hua Hin and Ban Bo Muyanga.

Polya

Polya formed by leaching of limestone, however, play an important role, probably, tectonic movements. Anyway, along polya Planina traced reset, long known to geologists. Similarly, this fault line, extending to many tens of kilometers in the north - west direction, there are two polya: often referred to in the literature periodically drying lake Tserknitsa, which can be "fish, hunt and harvest, and Lies Polje, in addition, farther to the north - west on the same tectonic line is known from ancient times Idriyskoe mercury deposits. All the way (and indeed in any karst area) most often seen Valley: funnel-shaped deepening diameter from ten to several tens of meters. Even in a small area can be counted in hundreds. Often, they accumulate a bit of land (sometimes not without a human), and then turns into a tiny valley farmland. All karst phenomena are related ultimately to the fact that - the water can dissolve limestone, however, if it contains carbon dioxide (C02, carbon dioxide). Under the influence of CO - in the limestone (CaC03) is formed by water-soluble compound Ca (S03N) 2. Usually, the limestone in the water practically insoluble. But CO2 is common in nature, it is contained in the air and is formed by decaying plant residues. Dissolution of limestone is very slow, but the gap is 10 or 100 thousand years in the geological time scale is not too great, and is therefore not surprising that in the limestone hills formed the giant cavity, like Postojna - Yam. "Concert Hall of the cave, where the summer's restaurant and post office, reaches a height of 50 m at its" floor "(3000 m2) can accommodate 10 thousand people.

In the Aosta Valley has its first ice-karting

Hoists Italian ski resort of Cervinia in the season 2010/2011 will be open from October 30 to May 8. In addition to excellent conditions for skiing, Cervinia offers interesting possibilities for apres-ski. A novelty of this winter was the appearance of tracks for go-kart with natural ice surface. The track is located at the entrance to the village and is open daily, including evenings. Cost of 15-minute race is 20 euros. At the same time from December 1 to Saturday and Sunday evenings holders ski passes can do karting on ice, having bought a ticket for 15 euros. About this site says the resort. The cost of a three-hour one-day ski lift pass this season starts from 28 euros for adults. Six days of skating will cost 194 euros. At a resort is a flexible system of discounts.

Baskunchak, Astrakhan kingdom and sea salt in the bargain

From the earliest times the history of Astrakhan Lake Baskunchak inextricably linked with the development solepromysla. The first written mention of the lake Baskunchak dates from 1627, and found it was the first work on the geography of Russia, called "Big Drawing Book". But this does not mean that before the lake remained outside the sphere of human interests. About what Baskunchak-bottomless treasure trove of salt, the residents of the surrounding land, of course, knew of old, as well as about the fact that this can make a profit, well, traded on the sly, sending salt to the Silk Road to the east. There is evidence that this occurred even in the VIII. But serious mastering the local salt deposits began in the reign of Ivan IV the Terrible (1530 - 1584). In 1554 Russia conquered the kingdom of Astrakhan, on the territory of which were found Baskunchak lake. With these very long and to this day it is a principal resource of salt in Russia. The scale of the salt deposits Baskunchak stimulated a gradual increase in volumes and rates of production, despite the fact that this process is labor-intensive by definition, at high temperatures in summer becomes a truly hard work. But the priority of high income from the sale of salt won: by the lake began to rise workers settlements, some of them with the advent of Baskunchaksky railroad in 1882 and the subsequent development of the salt trade gradually grew into the city. In the XX century. Already under Soviet rule, soledobyvayuschaya industry on Lake Baskunchak was bred to a completely new level.

Swedish hotel offers to spend the night under the water

A unique hotel, situated on Lake Malaren (Malaren) between Vasteras (Vasteras) and Stockholm, offers its guests get an unusual experience, spend the night under the water. Hotel Utter Inn is the only room in the form of a floating house in the traditional Swedish red and white coloring, which has a large outdoor terrace for barbecues and sunbathing. In the evening guests are invited to descend into the bedroom, located at a depth of three meters underwater part of the house. The master bedroom has windows on all sides, allowing to observe the life of the inhabitants of the lake. On board there is a small kitchen, toilet and electricity. The cost of accommodation at the hotel range from 220 euros for two, without breakfast,

Baskunchak - inexhaustible bowl

Despite the intensive extraction of salt lake resources Baskunchak immediately restored by nature. Baskunchaksky lake has a really unusual properties: even the person who had never in his life did not try to swim easily be able to stay afloat thanks to record levels of salinity of local water-about 300 grams per liter. This concentration of salt is lethal to most living organisms, usually found in lakes: the fish are simply not enough strength to resist heavy water column Baskunchak literally buoyancy to the surface. However, for the people of lifeless water of the lake are considered to be extremely useful (and often their properties compared with the properties of Dead Sea water). Swimming in the lake shown in skin diseases, circulatory disorders, metabolism and many other health problems. Salt accumulates along the edge of the shore, almost uniform in its mineral composition (99,8% NaCI), so, in fact, she is the raw material basis for the salt industry in the country: approximately 80% of oil produced in Russia, the salt is taken from the lake Baskunchak. Along the shores of the salt layer thickness is typically less than 1 - 4 m, but closer to the central part of Baskunchak can speak of a thickness of 10 - 18 m. Of particular value to this site gives a literally inexhaustible deposits of salt Baskunchaksky: quickly lost mineral reserves of natural properly restored. In the year through water keys into the lake receives about 930 thousand tons of new salt (each day of stocks increased by about 2500 tons).

The resort of Zermatt

Fairy Tale in Zermatt begins right from the station. No cars - they were just a few kilometers from the city, Teshe. Exclusively coach, dada, the same (or nearly the same) on what drove the first explorers of Zermatt and a half centuries ago, and electric vehicles. Chosen to host one of the legendary five-star resort hotels dovezut to the door to the ringing of bells on horse-drawn. Others may breathe a festive frosty air, looking at the colorful display of brand boutiques and watch shops, defiliruya slowly down the main street. Zermatt is a first step makes it clear how he and an elite - a good pathos, with the carefully preserved old houses on stilts and an amazing atmosphere of the old resort. To make sense of another reality was complete and unforgettable, it is worth a look at one of the oldest streets, going directly from the station. It has no luxury hotels and watch stores, but you can remove any fairy tale without additional decorations. Smaller houses, on stilts of stone and roofed, tiled a kind of "tiles" of the stone plates, strongly expected to make an early appearance of the dwarves or Baba Yaga. These houses are very specific in appearance and most resemble huts on chicken legs from the movie Alexander Row. Magnetic mystery and an incredible atmosphere of the resort at times is enhanced early in the morning, when suddenly traced from the fog and clouds Matterhorn is bright - pink and then every second change its color. About fabulous skating like - then talk uncomfortable - at a resort, as it were self-evident fact: all - still 380 km of trails, however, together with the neighboring Cervinia.

Aeroflot may be left without flights in Mineral Waters

Aeroflot forced to abandon the flight on the route Moscow - Mineral Waters in starting operations on October 31 winter schedule. The reason was another delay in the airport certification of Mineral Waters for the reception of foreign aircraft. Certification to the owner of the airport is not interested - the local airline Kavminvodyavia ", which eventually will get a monopoly position in an advantageous route Moscow last year, after the cessation of operation of Aeroflot's own Tu-154 flying company in Mineral Waters are made on the Tu-154 child carrier" Donavia. However, with the current winter of Soviet aircraft, the company refuses, and - in its park leaving only Boeing 737 aircraft. Neither the plane nor the Aeroflot Airbus A320 family of airliners can not be regularly taken in Mineral Waters, although the Airbus A319 and performed there a test flight in the summer. Reconstruction of the runway has been ongoing for several years, but its quick completion and certification to receive modern planes are disadvantageous to the owner the airport. The situation is even more absurd, that "Kavminvodyavia" - the company state. We recall that two years ago due to the failure of the operation of the Tu-154 was forced to stop flights in the mineral water and other strong competitor "Kavminvodyavia - Siberia Airlines" (S7 Airlines). Can not open the flight there and a number of other companies without the old Soviet aircraft, including "Transaero", "Avianova", Sky Express and others.

The youth hostel has opened in the bud

In the Norwegian city of Bodo, located in the Nordland region and is the second largest in northern Norway, has opened a youth Youth Hostel. The hostel is located in a building of the railway station and is therefore ideal for tourists who wish to make excursions to the city and surrounding areas. Youth Hostel is designed for 23 rooms, which include - the room at one, two, three, four or more people. At the same time it can take 71 of the guest, according to Tourism Council of Norway. All rooms are non-smoking guests. Each room is equipped with TV and shower. The hotel guests - free internet access and a kitchen. The cost of living varies from 39 euros, including breakfast.

Resort Saint - Moritz

Quite a different story - a Saint - Moritz, a kind of fairy tale for Cinderellas, successfully married. Top of the World, Best of the Alps, a registered Trademark - a real luxury resort is only "for those who understand." The best and probably the most expensive restaurant in the Alps on the side of Mathis Food Affairs offers caviar, the best champagne, truffles and the most incredible dish just inside the line, a few meters from the gondola. At the bottom of a lack of places of worship, too, no: the oldest chalet resort Chesa Veglia (build 1658) or by - the present king's restaurants in any of the five-star hotels. Those who are and this will seem a little, you should choose which opened in December of this year Hotel Carlton, located in the failed Swiss residence of the last Russian Tsar Nicholas II. A total of 60 suites and was built in the absolute degree of luxury in every detail. Such a concentration of excellent hotels marked with every imaginable award-winning hospitality, perhaps, you will not find in the Alps. And actually for those who come here, other resorts and there is no - because there is Saint - Moritz.

The French hotel B & B can accommodate up to 2 euros

Hotel Group B & B announced a stock Crazy week-ends, in a period where every weekend the price for a hotel chain will be from 2 to 37 euros. The promotion is valid from October 1 to January 2 in 183 hotels B & B in all of France. Discounts are valid for every weekend - from Friday to Sunday with a single or double occupancy. Number of rooms available at a reduced price is limited. To take advantage of the proposal must book in advance via the Internet. Tourists should pay attention to the fact that the action does not apply to public holidays and holidays in particular - on 11 November (Remembrance Day - the end of World War I), Christmas (December 25), New Year, writes TourMaG.com.

The resort of Villars

This is probably one of the best places in Switzerland to go there as a family, and always with the kids. For completeness of sensations in Villars you can celebrate the New Year - no Olivier, Thor - zhestvennyhrechey indispensable and firecrackers through the night. Christmas and New Year's Eve at the resort - especially comfortable, almost home holidays. From December 21 until January 5 at the main square of the works Christmas market. Even if all the presents are already bought, can not go past it - the smells of cinnamon and Christmas sweets, just the same as the old grandmother's house when she baked cakes ... The abundance of all kinds of ornaments, gifts and toys, to keep from buying it is simply impossible. After a day of skiing (120 km of slopes directly above the resort, 225 km - together with their neighbors) are particularly pleased to pour the mulled wine right there on the market - why - it is in such a situation, it seems even more delicious. December 31 in Villars most desperate, instead, as every year, "with my friends to go to the bath, traditionally descend on mountain bikes through the snow from a height of 2000 meters down to the resort. Before the New Year in the Villars and tourists, and residents of the resort to the streets. That together with the winemakers and farmers, ski instructors and the very disparate audience count blows hours, drink champagne and kiss a loved one, look at the magnificent fireworks display and make a wish. Which is understandable without words: meet the next new year as well and have fun.

Denpasar and surrounding area. White Sands Badunga

The majority of tourists arriving on the island, vacationing in the south, kabupatene Badung. The main town of the region and also the capital of Bali - a noisy and crowded Denpasar, numbering half a million inhabitants. On its winding streets, it is easy to get lost. However, despite this, it is necessary to reach the city center, where there are several interesting sights. At the heart of the metropolis stretches Last Battle Field in Badunge, green areas, reminiscent of the last Balinese skirmish with the Dutch army, which in 1906 attacked the palace of Raja. Dressed in festive garments Balinese warriors, armed only with knives and spears, went into battle to die in ritual puputan ("end"), which was nothing more than a mass suicide. About this event now resembles a bronze statue of. Raja's palace on the spot, in the northern part of the square, stands the former residence of the governor of the island. And on the east side is the National Museum of Bali, built by the Dutch in the 30-ies of XX century. Attention is drawn to its architecture, in which we can discern elements of the two most popular in Bali, public buildings, temples and palaces. Form a vast complex of gates, a tower with a wooden gong and three buildings, palaces, stylized, typical for the three parts of the island - east, north and west. In the central Ghedung Karangasem are prehistoric artifacts, as well as Buddhist and Hindu bronzes. In Ghedung Buleleng, left, and we'll see items related to the rituals and ceremonies, including wedding dresses, dance masks, objects of silver and coins ukur that were used during the burial.

Crete on foot

The best way to get acquainted with the critical cross it on foot. The narrow streets of old town lead to the family restaurant, where you will be served from the heart. Off-road leads to the rocky gorge with a dark cave, and the field road paved on the ruins of forgotten civilizations, whose history is hidden in the dark ages ... In the mountainous parts of Crete are found various kinds of animals and plants, many of which are endemic. Undisputed symbol of the island - a goat Cree - Cree (Capra aegagrus cretica), which is also called simply the Cretan goat, a subspecies of bezoar goat (Capra aegagrus). Some researchers believe that the crystal - crystal - it's wild form of the first Levantine goats, domesticated about 8000 - 7500 years BC. er. These small, extremely timid animals with light - brown hair, with dark stripes on the back and long curved horns when - that were conducted in the eastern Mediterranean and now found only in Crete in the White Mountains, particularly in the Samaria Gorge, as well as the next three islands (Dia, Todorov and Agia Pandes). Today, their population totals about two thousand individuals and taken under protection. Traditional Greek coffee shop owned by men. Patriarchal tradition of the island tells the woman to sit at home - except to go shopping. It is not forbidden to come to a coffee shop, but look at her askance. It sits mostly the older generation, spend hours reading newspapers and in debates about politics. Guests choose a place for gatherings, so that the owner's political sympathies coincided with their own.

Paris train stations will bicycle rental

To make a Paris train stations more convenient in terms of transport, the municipality of Paris has decided to equip the station on their bike rental Velib% 27. Three Parisian station soon will acquire rental station - Austerlitz, Gare de Lyon and East. At the station, Austerlitz equip the station, which will have 24 bicycles in Lyon will be the station for 60 bikes on the East before the passengers will be 20 bikes, wrote Tout-paris.org. A year ago, local authorities have started to expand the network of Velib% 27 and began to equipment stations in the suburbs of Paris. According to the project, rental was supposed to open in 30 areas, including in Issy-les-Moulineaux, Suresnes, Vanves, Les Lilas, Saint-Ouen, Pantin, and Vincennes.

Resort of Leukerbad

At the entrance to Leukerbad expect to see rising from the outdoor pools, steam and secular elderly couples who came to restore health to a local nursing home. The reality is quite impressive: thermal pools do exist in abundance, but the local audience is not too reminiscent of languishing aristocracy of the last century. The effect of water quality is akin to Leukerbad relaxing massage - in minutes leaving stress and tension, and the most difficult task seems to only need to leave the pool. The atmosphere was good, proper old very successfully recreates the thermal complex Lindner Alpenfherme at the eponymous hotel. In the wider Burgerbad more modern, but the magic action of the water all the same. Above Leukerbad located about 50 km of ski trails and 25 miles - cross country, but at this ski resort - only a fashionable addition to wellness programs. However, at the first visit to the thermal complex of a passionate desire to ride - ride - ride, mired to his arrival in Leukerbad, where - suddenly evaporates. Such is the magic.

VIM-Avia "will fly from Moscow to Yekaterinburg

VIM-Avia plans to open in the winter schedule flights from Moscow to Yekaterinburg. Flights will be performed from November 15 every day. Departure from Moscow (Domodedovo Airport) at 21.00, arrival in Ekaterinburg in 1.15. The return flight at 7.50 am, arrival to Moscow at 8.20 Promotarify the first month of operations are subject to charges 3,492 rubles to one side and 6942 ruble back and forth. However, since the twentieth of December prices rise - up to 5,442 rubles to one side and 10,842 rubles back and forth. On the route will be used by a Boeing 757.

Caves in Matala

Less known than the valley, but no less interesting caves in Matala. Tour there will not require as much effort as crossing Samarinskoe Gorge, just need to get to the southern coast of Crete, to the Gulf Messaras. White rocks on the beach, surrounded by blue waters, producing an extraordinary impression. In 1 - 11 centuries Matala caves were used as catacombs, with their natural form suitable for such name (on - Greek kata kyumbas means "next to the pit"). Quite differently perceived purpose of caves modern inhabitants. In 1960 - ies Matala chosen by hippies, who organized themselves in caves, a place for meetings and lodging.

London was named the most hospitable capitals in Europe

According to a survey prepared and conducted by the French department of tourism of the region Ile-de-France (Ile de France) and published in the exhibition World Travel Market, which began in London, the British capital is the most hospitable in Europe. Of the six European capitals that are discussed in the study, London has been recognized as the most convenient for travelers. Taxi, bus tours and tourist offices in the heart of the city - all this in London is better than in other cities. Despite the fact that London Underground workers strike happen more often, the British capital was highly appreciated and in the "public transport", according to Independent. Conducted the study by experts, whose names were not disclosed, went with a 24-hour visit to London, Paris, Madrid, Amsterdam, Rome and Berlin. Hospitality each capital was estimated for 11 categories. First place went to London, Paris was in second, third - Amsterdam, the fourth - Madrid, Rome, took the fifth, and the sixth went to Berlin. The only category in which London is far behind its competitors - is a museum. Also earned the lowest scores tourist services at the airports and London's restaurants in the evening.

Cuisine of Crete

To look Cretan cuisine seems naive. It flavoursome tomatoes, eggplants, peppers, olives, bread, fish, seafood, meat and lamb or goat cheese. Dishes flavored with herbs, garlic, onion, olives, and wine vinegar. However, the main advantage of course - not in their diversity, and freshness of products and traditional recipes, which is passed down from generation to generation in family restaurants. Most owners enjoy their svezhevydavlennym olive oil, served with wine from the home cellar and serves a very popular in Crete phenomenally delicious fresh yoghurt. This dish is a dessert here and it does not appear in the proposed store in a plastic yogurt cups.

Sumba

Trip to Sumba - it's like a leap into the past. Here earnest Christianity mixes with pagan rites, and instead of civilization - the only one hint at her. But the deserted white beaches and happy smiles, as they want. Surprisingly, in fact: to be on Sumbe simple. All you need is to jump on a plane to Bali (three almost daily flights of the company operates Batavia, Trans Nusa, and Merpati Ailines) and less than an hour - hi, Sumba! If you think that the Bali airport is extremely primitive, imagine your surprise. When you land in Vangapu, the capital of the island, situated in the northern part of it: this structure is more like Mighty shed adjacent to the aircraft hangar. However, do not worry about this unpretentious buildings - but the staff is very friendly, and your luggage is unlikely to be lost - you can trace the path of the suitcase from beginning to end, examining in detail how the stevedores unload it from the belly of the plane and dragged under the canopy. Perhaps you're worried about the question of why I generally dragged himself to the island. Long history: the first time I washed these shores almost 15 years ago and then I realized that those species that have opened my eyes - one of the most spectacular in the whole of Indonesia. In particular - Terimbang bay surrounded by mountains, which gradually merge into the jungle, eventually merging with the white sands of the coast, which - in turn - cut in turquoise waves. Perfect wave, I must say. Like any surfer, my dependence on the perfect wave - it's a real addiction, incurable, it seems the disease.

The spiritual life of the Cretans

The rich history of the islanders' spirituality begins with the second millennium BC, when there appeared the first European civilization. Minoans - and we are talking about them - this is one of the most mysterious cultures in human history. Although we know little about it, assumed the leading role it played by women. The Great Mother - the Goddess was the main deity, the patron of fertility, harvest and queen of the world dead. Masculine represented in Minoan religion god of fertility. According to the Minoan beliefs, this god was born and died in accordance with the periods of changing seasons. Worshiped as a bull, whose role is still not entirely clear. We only know that it was used for sacrifices, as well as unsafe jumping ceremony, practiced only in Crete. Today, almost all Cretans are Orthodox Christians. Head of all the local churches (as well as the Dodecanese and the Autonomous Republic of Mount Athos) is the Patriarch of Constantinople.

China will release its own version of Google Earth

Despite the fact that Google puts on the Internet perhaps the most demanded a map of the world, China developed its own online program similar to Google Earth. Service Map World, created with government support, allows users to find free two-and three-dimensional images of cities and landmarks around the world. It is expected that the geological data on the Map World will be updated twice a year, while the Google Earth program is able to do it every few minutes, according to Independent. Create maps of China in the case of Google is in limbo. In May 2010 came a new government order under which all firms engaged in the creation and deployment maps of this country on the Internet must obtain special permission.

Mountain Shoria opens the season of winter driving

In the first weekend of November opens the season ski village Sheregesh. This year's festival will be a symbol of the abominable snowman. Administration of the resort promises guests the exciting events regardless of the presence of snow. This, in particular, the competition in speed and agility on the mountain slopes. Will oppose the two teams: the tourists on the one hand and the actors in the role of the yeti, on the other. The season opens on November 5 at 10.00 "Merry starts with the yeti. On the morning of 6 November will be a competition, "Climbing on the Christmas tree." Anyone can try their hand in getting bunch of cones from the top three-meter tree. Obligatory condition - ski equipment: the legs party shall be worn skis or snowboard. November 7 will be a beauty contest "Miss snowman," reports Altapress. Invited to participate representative of the beautiful half of humanity is at least 18 years, surely snowboarding. Every day at the end of each event guests will be invited to a feast, and a hot cup of tea. Recall from last year's Mountain Shoria actively positioning itself as a meeting place with a snow man. There are monuments yeti, released souvenirs, and, most importantly, themed tours. And though their course of even a single tourist had not met face to face with a mysterious creature - tourist flow to this region of Siberia have increased by 10-15%. In addition, Mountain Shoria - a popular winter recreation, there are about 20 routes of different difficulty levels and 17 ski lifts.

The island of Trinidad

The island of Trinidad - a spring carnival, the noise bands. Caribbean beach and sandwiches with the sharks! On the island in the Caribbean, made to ride for doing nothing. Wiggle in a hammock, sipping rum-and here's a trip. So it is possible, for example, spend days in Tobago, which forms with the neighboring republic of Trinidad. But Trinidad different kind of island is an island - an upstart, who pretends to be appreciated for the unique culture and economic ambition. The capital of Trinidad and Tobago Port - of - Spain-impression torn from nature a huge patch of land, where over a low-rise colonial houses grew. High-rise buildings is a tribute to the growing power industry, which rests on oil and gas, which is rich in Trinidad. The central part of the port - of - Spain, who was easily calculated by sticking to buildings, incorporates the most affluent areas with a huge Royal Park Savannah. This park is like a broom Erofeev Kursk Station, is inevitable in Trinidad, wherever you turned, end up in this park. Park is the energy center of the city. During the day there playing football, or rather, cricket is a legacy of the British Empire, which once was part of Trinidad. Night here sleeping homeless and street children, but during the day can not see them, they disappear into the streets of cereal Laventil is local slum ruled by armed gangs. Boundary between areas miraculously not broken: tourists do not come in Laventil, gangs do not protrude beyond the "evil" of streets, only poor people mill around in there - here, and then only at night.

Bangkok - the most popular destination aviaturistov on New Year's Eve

Share airfares Momondo published data for the analysis of requests for its Russian-language version of the New Year and close-to-date. Most turned out to be great demand for flights to Bangkok - Search tariffs tailadskuyu capital from different cities of Russia asking 8.74% of users. The second took place in the popularity Munich - 2,94% of the requests, and 2.27% have searched for flights to Paris. The top ten also included Prague, Barcelona, ??Milan, New York, Phuket, Vienna and Rome, according to a release. At the same time a noticeable part of users (2,3%) searched for fares departing from Helsinki, the Finnish capital, assuming a more cost efficient starting point than St. Petersburg. Helsinki eventually finished third in the list of items the trip, second only to Moscow and St. Petersburg. The survey data were processed for 67,169 search queries.

Oslo - a city of seafarers

Even the museums of Oslo are a reminder that the city created the sailors. Museum Kon - Tiki "is one of the most visited places in Oslo. This is a private museum founded by the famous traveler Tour Heyerdalom (1914 - 2002). His expedition spent studying the great Norwegian maritime routes of ancient man. Thus, the first expedition in 1947 which has become legendary in the balsa raft Kon - Tiki had to prove that South American Indians could settle Polynesia. 101 days and 8000 km voyage across the Pacific, after which the raft sailed to the atoll Raroia, testified in favor of the theory, Heyerdahl. Today, a raft along with the things of the expedition and a boat of papyrus "Ra" - H is in the eponymous museum. Another of the famous museums in the Oslo Viking Ship Museum, which displays Osebergsky ship Tyunsky Gokstadsky ship and ship. 22 - meter Osebergsky ship Drakkar Viking, according dendrological analysis, was launched in the first half of the IX. and subsequently was used for burial. Although the mound with a burial was looted, archaeologists all - have managed to extract from it much valuable, in addition to the ship itself, were found the remains of silk fabrics, wooden cart and the remains of two women, apparently belonging to the nobility. Gokstadsky ship whose length is 24 m, was also used to bury the Vikings. A replica of this ship was made in 1893, and twelve young Norwegians sailed on this ship across the Atlantic in the World's Fair in Chicago. It was a symbolic exhibition dedicated to 400 - anniversary of the discovery of America by Columbus and was even called "Kolumbovskoy" as the Norwegians so clearly challenged the priority of Columbus and upheld the glory of their ancestors, the Vikings.

Summer navigation season on the Moscow River is closed

On the night of November 10 in Moscow completed a summer season of navigation on the Moscow River. At that time, the main water artery of the city gates will be closed. It is worth noting that at the appointed time on the river will cease to ply the court "Mosvodostok", whereas the bulk of all industrial and recreational vessels summer navigation is already completed, according to Interfax. Meanwhile, passenger navigation on the Moscow River not stop in winter: on her shuttle boat-powered icebreakers, the first was launched in November last year. The route of ships pass from the hotel "Ukraine" to Novospassky Monastery and back. The price of tickets (1000-1500 rubles) includes breakfast, lunch or dinner - depending on time of day. You can buy tickets as the quays, and in terminals located in large shopping and entertainment centers.

Koh Phangan

Originally, Koh Samui was considered a destination for people who have sought unity with nature. However, over time, the island began to develop and became a resort with a modern infrastructure, and Koh Phangan is the main rave area for the younger generation of travelers. Located 20 kilometers to the north, the island is approximately 2 / 3 of Koh Samui. The beaches are smaller than on the main island. Part of the area of ??Koh Phangan take wild forests. Because of the lack of quality roads island still underdeveloped in terms of the tourism industry, which, on the other hand, is his dignity. The most popular destination on the island is Laem Hat Rin hills, which with two sides surrounded by beaches and perfect for partying the night under the moon. How to get public and private maritime transport to the island of Koh Phangan is sent from the piers at Thon, Hat MAEN and Bo Phut, which are located in Koh Samui. Journey takes about 30 minutes.

Marine National Park Surin, Muko

Marine Park is located on five islands, and here, as in the park Similan Muko, offers excellent opportunities for diving and diving and snorkelling. This marine reserve is located 70 kilometers from the Similan Islands, near the coast it is the province of Phang Nga province Khuraburi. The islands are created excellent conditions for both the beach and scuba vacation. For hiking and wildlife are several interesting routes, particularly on the northernmost of the islands. In the southern part of the Marine National Park is a village of so-called sea gypsies - a people that has a peculiar way of life and ancient traditions. How to get the private and public boats push off from the pier Thapa Lamu, where the head office of the National Park Muko Surin. Several companies also organize tours in this area of ??Phuket.

In Peru, a festival of shrimp

November 20 in Peru for the first time will host the festival shrimp (Festival del Camaron). On this day, restaurants Province Castrovirreyna (Castrovirreyna) will offer all comers a huge selection of dishes, the main ingredient of which will be shrimp. This is the famous Peruvian dish Chupe de camarones (shrimp soup with rice, tomatoes and potatoes), fried shrimp, shrimp cocktail, shrimp on skewers and many other delicacies. In addition, during the festival will be held ethnic performances, contests, fishing, sporting events, reports RIA Novosti. Peruvian cuisine is one of the major attractions of the country, which in turn is actively developing its gastronomic tourism. The new festival will be a great addition to many culinary suggestions for guests Peru. Shrimp Festivals are held in different countries of Latin America and the United States. Thus, the oldest Shrimp & Petroleum Festival this year is already in the 75 th time held in the city of Morgan City (Louisiana) in the Gulf of Mexico. Festivals have their shrimp in Ecuador and Chile.

National Marine Park of Phang-nga

Located in the northeast of Phuket, Phang-nga Province is known for the beauty of its breathtaking scenery. The path here runs along the river through the thicket of mangroves. As soon as the river widens, gaze appear numerous limestone formation, which appeared as if from nowhere. Some islands have a rich history. Thus, the island of Khao Khian surprised ancient rock art, on Koh nies is a Muslim fishing village, Koh Phanak famous for beautiful caves, and James Bond Island acquired its name from the shooting where the film "The Man with the Golden Gun". Although the Phang-nga, and is famous for its marvelous scenery, tourists love it for the beaches with white sand. The province is ideal for diving enthusiasts. How to get to tour operators selling trips to Phuket, offers a tour of the Gulf of Phang-nga. In addition, the mainland of Thailand, from Tha Dan pier, boats depart to the coast of Phang-nga.

National Marine Park Ang Thong Muko

Island National Park Muko Ang Thong are the most beautiful among all the islands in the Gulf of Thailand. They are located 31 kilometers from Koh Samui, the total area - more than a thousand square kilometers. Park consists of 40 small islands. The territory is replete with tropical trees, limestone caves and stunning beaches. Name of the complex is translated as "Golden Bay", and the island itself is a rich area for new discoveries. Largely due to the fact that this area was owned by the Armed Forces of the Kingdom of Thailand, and since 1980 has been entered in the register of national parks, islands, preserved almost untouched nature and unique landscape. Explore the coastlines of islands, discovering small picturesque bays, limestone caves and wild beaches, the best for canoeing. The water area of ??the marine park Muko Ang Thong is perfect for diving and diving and snorkelling. In the underwater kingdom you will see colorful placer coral, exotic fish and plants. Perhaps you will find here the dolphins. Journey deep into the territory of the island area - at least fun. The largest area of ??national park island - Koh Voix Talap. If desired, you can make a difficult climb to the 400-meter height to a review site where you can see a panorama of the entire archipelago. It is interesting to visit the cave Bua Bok with a lot of stalactite and stalagmite formations and a fascinating excursion into a small fishing village. One of the main attractions of the Marine Park is a picturesque emerald-green lake surrounded by rocks and cliffs on the hill of the island Mae Ko.

Unique light district was created in Malaysia

The whole area of ??Malaysian city of Shah Alam was the attraction: it uses the latest technology LED lighting, which made i-City in the magical city of lights ". Illumination not only illuminates the city, but it creates interesting objects: for example, unusual sculpture or color wood ", in which all four seasons. In this monthly coverage of i-City is changing, each time allowing you to look at the region in new ways. And, as the administration says energy-saving LEDs are safe for the environment. Area open to the public around the clock and become high-tech market town, where retail stores of international trading networks operating 24 hours a day, according to sob.korr. Travel.ru. Shah Alam (Shah Alam) is located in the state of Selangor, about 25 kilometers west of the capital, Kuala Lumpur. In addition to the brightest area of ??the country, the city has other attractions: Islamic Art Museum, Museum of the State of Selangor, a water park and a mosque Salahudeen Abdul Aziz, one of the largest in Southeast Asia. Here - lots of shops, hotels and amusement parks.

In Uganda, a new natural park

In Uganda, a new natural park. It occupies over 40 hectares of land between Kampala (Kampala) and Entebbe (Entebbe). Environmental territory was named Alexander Park. Here dwells a lot of birds, small mammals and insects, which visitors can see during a walk among tropical trees. Now the owners of the park are engaged in the construction of the hanging tracks, which will be located among the treetops. As soon as the tourists will be able to make water trips on canals and ponds of the park, said eTurbo News. Next door is a golf course. Now it is calculated only on the 9-hole, but soon their number will increase to 18 first, and then to 27. Numerous natural monuments of Uganda is not so widely known in the world, as their counterparts in other East African countries. Nevertheless, Uganda has continued to attract the attention of tourists to its natural heritage. Among the existing parks here - Ruwenzori, Acholi, Kabarega, Kibale and Bwindi.

National Marine Park Chung Muko

Koh Chang is located eight kilometers from the coast of Trat province and is second in size island in Thailand. Koh Chang is chief among the 52 islands that form the archipelago a national marine park Muko Chang. Largely because of its comparative isolation of the island had only recently been opened for tourism and retained a large number of guests has not yet studied the beauties. Despite the status of a beginner, here is rapidly developing all the necessary infrastructure for a comfortable stay. The island is populated in part by local residents, but more than 70 percent of the territory is a virgin land. Hills and coastal cliffs, picturesque white sand beaches and magnificent nature turned Koh Chang into a tropical paradise. The landscape is mainly hilly. Mountain range when viewed from afar, like going one after the other elephants, so called Koh Chang "Elephant Island". Is to allocate land bank, which runs from north to south, where the best beaches - Ao Khlong, Hat Sai Khao, Hat Khlong and Hat Kai Bae. Nearby are the small villages. The second largest island of the archipelago is Koh Kut. The local beaches are considered the best in the national park. The most sparsely populated island of Koh Mak, covered with coconut trees, is located between Koh Chang and Ko Kut. In the north-west of Koh Mak is Koh Kradat, the landscape which is a plain, with beaches and surrounding coral reefs. The waters around the archipelago are full of colorful coral and diverse fauna, which creates perfect conditions for diving and snorkelling.

Curacao - Willemstad. "Amsterdam Island

The man first arrived from Europe in Willemstad, the capital of Curacao, while all of the Netherlands Antilles, usually do not believe his eyes. Narrow, densely standing houses with pastel-colored facades, steep roofs, paved with red tiles, artful decorations, narrow streets - it's kind of, well known to us through the streets of Amsterdam. Not surprisingly, the oldest part of Willemstad was in 1997, included in UNESCO heritage list. The first trading settlement on the southern coast of the island in a beautiful natural port of the Gulf of Santa Anna established the Dutch in 1634. It quickly turned into the city, continuously developing over the next century. Today it has a few old neighborhoods that are similar in style to the Dutch, Spanish and Portuguese colonial towns with which Willemstad linked trade exchange. Many buildings in town built of small red and yellow bricks brought from Holland in the holds of ships as ballast. The city is divided into two parts, the channel of Santa Anna Bay, leading to the bay Shottegat. On the west side is a quarter Otrabanda yachts - port on the east - Pund with elegant shops and attractions. Ibid, east of passing along the waterfront streets Handelskade, is most of the monuments of antiquity. Both parts of the second kind connects drawbridge Queen Emma, ??built in 1888. Attention visitors pay for itself in the first forts. Most of them were built in the XVII-XVIII centuries to protect the city from the English and French fleet, as well as pirates.

Europe consistently struggles with smoking

The European Commission has set itself the ambitious goal for 2011: to unify all the existing restrictions on smoking throughout the EU. Now these or other restrictions apply in all States of the Union, but they are very different. So, if in Finland almost no closed rooms where smoking is permitted, the number of cities in Germany, Belgium or Greece rather difficult to find a bar smoking. "We need a complete ban on smoking in all public places, transport and the workplace" - quoted DELFI.lt European Commissioner for Health, John Dalli. It is planned that, in addition to creating uniform for the entire EU rules for smokers will be unified and tobacco - at least in their clearance. For example, the EU can ensure that all sorts of packs of cigarettes were not bright, but the pictures and writings about the dangers of smoking were the most noticeable. Another problem is the failure to comply with laws on smoking as clients as well as by the owners of public establishments. Therefore, following the unification of the rules, the European Union need to strengthen and verify their implementation.

Sand in the synagogue

In the 50 years of the XVII century on Curacao Portuguese Jews arrived. They settled in Willemstad and in 1674 built a first synagogue Mikveh Israel-Emmanuel. It operates to this day, being the oldest functioning synagogue in the Western Hemisphere. In keeping with the tradition of Sephardic Jews in the synagogue floor covered with a thick layer of sand. It is a symbol of wandering in the wilderness and exile of the Jews in Europe. Nearby is the necropolis of the XVII century and the Jewish Museum. Worth to visit the Jewish quarter Charlot, located on the second side Vaygat. At Sharloveg we can see the perfectly preserved houses XVIII-XIX centuries with fronts in the classical style, decorated with exquisite bas-reliefs and medallions with flowers and fruits. If the event is to draw attention also to the picturesque and bustling floating market near the waterfront Sha Kaprileskade. Fresh fish, fruit and vegetables straight from the boats hit the colorful stalls and quickly find buyers.

Atlant-Soyuz became the "Moscow"

Airlines Atlant-Soyuz has officially changed its name to "Moscow". It happened another 17 September, but the carrier has not yet bothered to formally inform and still continues to use on your website brand, "Atlant-Soyuz. Nevertheless, in reservation systems company name is indicated as "Moscow" It is possible that the absence of official reports emerged due to recent uncertainty surrounding the company. It is known to belong to the Government of Moscow. Following the resignation of Yuri Luzhkov as mayor has already a conflict between the CEO and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Moscow. " Apparently, the situation becomes clearer with the company not earlier than the new mayor took office.

Aruba around the island. The picturesque landscape.

Massa expects tourist attractions outside the city. The most popular are primarily surrounded by hotels, sandy beaches. The most visited of them - already referred to Eagle Beach and Palm Beach on the west coast of the island, a favorite spot of surfers, North Malmok Beach and Arashi Beach, quiet and surrounded by palm trees Rogers Beach and Baby Beach in the east, as well as windy Bache - Lors Beach and Boca Grande. Not far from one of the recreation centers, we can see an old windmill Molen Aldea, built in 1804 in Holland and moved to Aruba in 1960. Center of the island, is dry and barren land (in the language of Papiamento, "kunuku"), much less visited by tourists. The landscape is dominated by xerophytic bushes, shrubs, bent trees and cacti. Between them, scattered farms, decorated with mysterious symbols. They hide from passing animals for hedges of cactus. In the central part of the island's towering three peaks: Arikok (175 m), the Yamanote Line (188 m) iHoyberg (165 m). Its shape resembles the last haystack, but it was his often visited by tourists. Perhaps because of the beautiful view over the whole island that opens from the top - just 500 steps to overcome. If we want to get acquainted with the natural, scenic and cultural diversity of Aruba, you should choose the route leading from Oranjestad to the north, surrounded by sand dunes to the lighthouse. Then, following the east coast, it is necessary to go south to St. Nicholas - the second largest city of Aruba.

In Florida, recorded cases of cholera

A resident of Florida who returned recently from a trip to Haiti, was hospitalized with a diagnosis of cholera. " According to the State Department of Health, tourist has already passed the necessary treatment and allowed to go home, her state of fear in doctors does not cause. Laboratory studies have shown that the victim was so sick strain of cholera, which is rampant in Haiti and which has already claimed the lives of more than 1100 local residents, says CNN. Florida authorities have not yet sound the alarm, but taking the necessary measures to prevent the spread of the disease. The flow of U.S. citizens in Haiti, weakened after the earthquake on the island in January 2010 but then rose again. U.S. authorities were ready for cases such as occurring in Florida and reported that the situation is under control. Cholera is spread primarily through wastewater, and the transmission through personal contact is very rare. Over the past five years in the U.S., according to statistics provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention), was identified 44 cases of cholera. In most cases the infection was brought from the outside, then the traveler has crossed the border, already being affected. Another part of the victims toured and tasted seafood from the coast of the Gulf of Mexico, whose polluted water full of algae, which multiply the cholera bacterium. Symptoms of cholera, which is usually through infected water and food, most often manifest as cramps in legs, severe diarrhea and vomiting that can lead to dehydration, shock and death.

Ornate capital

We will start with a trip to Aruba, located on the western edge of the island Oranjestad - 35000th capital. Here is an international airport named after Queen Beatrix and the port, which come large passenger liners. The city, named after the ruling clan Netherlands Oranje-Nassau, arose in the XVIII-XIX centuries Zutman around the fort, built in 1796 on the coast. Urban architecture is a mixture of Dutch-style colonial and modern buildings, the shape of which often seeks to replicate the colonial style. Spectacular homes - with rich ornaments, decorated roofs and pastel facades - we can see in through the center of the street Caya Betiko-Krouz, the main shopping artery of the city. And on the Lloyd-Smith Boulevard - a representative promenade that connects the international airport and the yacht port - in the shade of palm trees located governor's residence and Parliament, casinos, shopping malls and hotels.